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Can I just drop my dog off at a shelter?
If you have a dog or cat that you can no longer care for, you can surrender your animal to us at either a shelter or one of our branches.
What does it mean to surrender a dog?
Surrendering a dog means that you are relinquishing ownership of the pet to a shelter or rescue. Depending on the facility, it can be hard to find space to properly care for the dog. When shelters run out of kennel space, sometimes even healthy adoptable dogs are put to sleep.
What circumstances would be cause for you to surrender your dog?
Common Surrender Reasons (Dogs)
- Time. While cats can be left for hours on end, even overnight, a dog requires more regular human companionship.
- Money. Depending on the animal, dog ownership can be an expensive endeavor.
- Behavior. Some dogs are surrendered because they exhibit unwanted behaviors.
- Housing.
Where can I take a pet I no longer want?
Your local animal shelters or rescue groups can also be a great resource for free or low-cost pet assistance. Find your local shelters and rescues by visiting The Shelter Pet Project and entering your zip code.
Can I surrender my dog to PetSmart?
Can You Surrender Animals To PetSmart? There are a variety of reasons that a pet might need to be rehomed or surrendered, but unfortunately, owners cannot take their animals to PetSmart to be surrendered. PetSmart does not accept pets for rehoming, even if the animal has been adopted from a PetSmart location.
Is it cruel to give your dog away?
When you choose to get a dog, it’s important to be a responsible dog owner. Unfortunately, not all dog owners act responsibly, abandoning their dogs when they become inconvenient. In addition, it’s illegal to abandon your dog in most areas under animal cruelty laws. It’s not fair to just get rid of your dog.
Is it bad to surrender your dog?
Giving up a dog does not make a person an unfit pet owner. Responsibly surrendering an animal can be the best option for the dog. Most shelters no longer view giving up a pet as a reason to deny future adoptions, as was once the case.
What can I do if I don’t want my dog anymore?
There are a Few Alternatives to the Pound
- Solicit Friends and Family Members. Maybe you can’t keep your dog, but your little cousin would love him.
- Seek Out Rescue Groups.
- Find a “no-kill” Organization or Shelter.
- Ask Around.
How do I get rid of my dogs ASAP?
Where do you take a dog you don’t want anymore?
If you cannot find a home, foster arrangement, or rescue group that can take your dog, you may need to surrender your dog to the local public animal shelter or to animal control. Be aware that many dogs do not get adopted from these shelters and can end up being put to death.
Is it bad to get rid of a dog?